Dating is usually the precursor for relationships. It is the process when two romantically interested persons meet socially, in a bid to assess how compatible they are for an intimate relationship. Dating can also be in various forms such as hookups, hanging-outs, etc.
However, the year 2020 has been memorable for most of us, with the Covid-19 pandemic, disrupting the way we connect with and relate with people. This post gives you a list of our 10 top dating sites and apps to try out in the year 2022.
Let’s dive in quickly.
Friendite
Friendite is one of the most popular dating sites in Nigeria amongst singles. Since its launch in 2012, friendite has grown to be among the top dating sites in Nigeria.
Friendite is a free, simple, and fun dating platform. It also enables singles to share photos, create videos, events, news feeds, play games, and so much more.
Furthermore, it boasts of 9,000 daily visits with over 84,000 members registered because of its simple design and layout. This in turn promotes for a wonderful user-friendly experience.
However, the only limitation is that the app is unavailable on the Apple App Store.
Tinder
Tinder seems to be known by everyone. Users of this app cut across all corners of the world. It is basically regarded as the most popular app for meeting new people.
However, Tinder is a free mobile app, unlike other dating platforms and it is available on all the major mobile app stores. It is fun and simple to operate.
For the most part, Once you download and sign up on the app, you just swipe either left or right to choose from a match suggested from your location. Although there have been complaints from users that Tinder has been overtaken by call girls, I will advise that you are cautious.
NaijaPlanet
Naijaplanet is one of the top online dating sites in Nigeria. It was created in 2008. Users have confirmed that it is a free web dating platform, enabling singles of a different race to communicate online with the possibility for friendship, dating, or even marriage.
Mostly, it is a simple, and easy-to-navigate website. This is why it records an average of 3000 visitors daily and about 44,000 members registered.
To enjoy this service, simply sign up with your details and start chatting with people in your community and beyond.
AfroRomance
Afroromance is a free dating platform for singles who are looking for love beyond the limit of their race, country, region, or continent. It is an interracial friendly platform with filters that help people determine their desired race, age, and gender.
For the most part, it will prevent wasting time in flipping through uninterested profiles, basically helping you to choose people with the same romantic interests as you.
Also, it is equipped with anti-scam protection and backed up by cupid media.
Badoo
Badoo is an online dating that encourages people to be their real, unapologetic selves. It fosters genuine hookups with individuals living and working around you- the reason it is regarded as a social discovery app.
It is available on all major mobile platforms and even on Windows OS for people with Windows systems.
Badoo was created in 2006.
Hinge
Unlike other online dating apps, Hinge centers on those looking for a serious relationship that might eventually lead to marriage.
It allows users to filter matches based on height, religious beliefs, and political views.
However, it disallows users from sending messages to each other. At least not until they have been matched.
Furthermore, the Hinge “We Met” feature enables matched partners to confirm privately if they’re compatible enough for a first date. Also, it keeps a list of members who are ready to settle down.
Hinge services are free to an extent. But to get the best experience out of this app, you will need to purchase the Membership package.
eHarmony
eHarmony is also another online dating site for people that are looking for true love, commitment, and marriage. eHarmony is the first algorithm-based dating site. It was created in the year 2000 in Los Angeles, California.
Over the years, eHarmony has spread to other parts of the world including Africa with Nigeria in the picture.
Furthermore, statistics show that this platform is responsible for over 4% of marriages in the United States alone, with few reports from Nigeria and other parts of Africa.
Mostly it decides compatibility on the basis of responses to a survey containing 149 questions. These questions basically cover almost every aspect of who you are and what you love.
eHarmony is free when you’re beginning but to begin any serious or meaningful communication, you will need to go for the premium membership.
Mingle
Mingle2 is a Nigerian dating service with its highest customer base in Lagos. The Homepage sets off the impression that the platform is totally free.
Well, it’s not just an impression, so you can leave your credit card out of the picture.
If you are a new user, you only need 70 seconds to join up and find your love or friends. The administration of the service monitors the integrity of users, so it is almost impossible to stumble on fake pages. The site blocks them.
Meet Nigerians
Meet Nigerians is an online dating service designed for Nigerians living in the US and UK.
In other words, it will be impossible to join the platform in Nigeria. It is predominantly free to use. However, some specific features such as sending SMS through the site require payment.
Metro Date
Metro Date is one of the oldest, if not the oldest online dating still operating to date. It was created in 1998 and boasts of several real-life testimonies of people who found life partners through the platform.
Furthermore, the platform allows voice, texts, and enables users to upload short videos describing themselves.
However, it is accessible to only individuals above 18 years. But most importantly they also publish regular articles on building a healthy and happy relationship.
Conclusion
The apps and site listing on this post are recommendations and reviews from several experts. You can however drop your recommendations in the comment box,
We would love to hear from you.
Dating FAQs
What does dating someone mean?
Dating is a stage of a romantic relationship in which two people meet socially with the goal of each evaluating the other’s desirability as a future intimate partner. It’s a type of courtship that involves the couple participating in social activities, either alone or with others.
Is it dating or a relationship?
Dating allows you to get to know someone while looking forward to spending time with them on a regular basis. Being in a relationship necessitates dedication and investment in one another’s lives.
Does dating mean boyfriend?
If someone is in a relationship, they will refer to their partner as their boyfriend or girlfriend, whereas those who are not will refer to their partners as someone they’re dating.’ Dating and being in a relationship are two completely different things.
How long should dating last?
One in ten men (and five percent of women) believe that a couple should marry after four to six months of dating; 12 percent of men and 13 percent of women believe that a pair should have spent at least ten to twelve months together.
